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The Half Horse is a versatile overdrive pedal that combines classic tones with modern flexibility. It delivers smooth, musical distortion, with a focus on the midrange, giving your sound presence and warmth. With its two switchable modes on the back, the Half Horse offers tonal variety to suit different needs.

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€299.00

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The Sound of the Half Horse


Few overdrive pedals have shaped generations of guitarists like the legendary overdrive named after a creature from Greek mythology. Its unique character, dynamic response, and distinctive way of driving an amplifier made it one of the most sought-after overdrives of all time.

With the Half Horse, it quickly became clear that I wanted to preserve exactly those qualities. At the same time, the pedal should meet the demands of today's guitarists. The result is not a simple clone, but my personal interpretation of a timeless classic.

As with all my designs, my goal is never to simply recreate an existing circuit, but to refine it where it truly matters. The Half Horse combines the unmistakable character of this legendary overdrive with carefully selected components, modern features, and uncompromising craftsmanship. The result is a pedal that preserves the legendary character while bringing it into the present with my own signature.

CL Mode

The classic mode produces a familiar, balanced overdrive sound, perfect for guitarists who appreciate a dynamic tone.

SE Mode

This modification provides increased volume and additional punch without altering the pedal's fundamental character.

Limited Edition

For the "Magic" clipping, I was able to source over 400 excellently sounding AA144-NOS diodes from Italy. The first batch, with serial numbers 1 to 200, will be equipped with these diodes. Suitable replacements will certainly be found for subsequent batches. However, these 200 units remain unique due to the special diode set used in this production batch.

Premium Components

Even in the Half Horse, only high-quality components are used. The Half Horse features tantalum and Panasonic audio electrolytic capacitors, as well as my favorite Amtrans resistors, just like the Mullet Drive. Alpha Taiwan potentiometers and Neutrik jacks ensure optimal functionality and longevity.

True-Bypass

As a true bypass pedal, it ensures that your signal remains unaffected when the pedal is turned off. With a soft-touch function, it is easy to operate with your fingers, even at the desk during recording sessions.

Enclosure and Design

The pedal boasts a handcrafted enclosure with a unique design, manufactured in Germany. It reflects the precision and dedication of our craftsmanship. Thanks to its robust construction, it is built to meet the demands of active musicians. The compact format fits perfectly on any pedalboard.

Product information "Half Horse"

Technical Specifications

Length 113mm
Width 92mm (96mm incl. jacks)
Height 36mm (54mm incl. footswitch)
Weight 630g
Voltage 9V DC (center-negative)
Current 140mA (9V)
Power supply included No
Battery compartment No
  • RoHS Compliant
  • CE (EU) Compliant
  • Designed and assembled in Germany